Tag Archives: Infrastructure
Several communities affected by power outages
A series of power outages are affecting residents across the northeast.SaskPower crews have been busy looking to restore power to a number of local communities. Crews were dispatched just before 8 a.m...
Apr 17, 2024
Sask. Homebuilders group says federal budget addresses big needs
At least one Saskatchewan organization is applauding Tuesday's federal budget and its emphasis on building more homes. In a release issued following the budget announcement, the Saskatoon and Region H...
Apr 17, 2024
More protection on the way for Sask. renters but is it enough?
It's a struggle that is crippling Saskatchewan residents of all ages and it doesn't appear to be getting better: finding an affordable and reliable place to rent.With rental rates constantly rising an...
Apr 10, 2024
Province announces short line railway funding
The provincial government is providing $530,000 in provincial funding for short line rail investments across Saskatchewan.Several local railways will see allocations from the government's Short Line R...
Apr 05, 2024
Carrot River High School to be demolished
The demolition of the old Carrot River High School is underway this week.Much of the facility is being knocked down after students from Grades 5-12 moved into the new K-12 Carrot River Valley School e...
Apr 02, 2024
Mayor of Nipawin discusses municipal budget
Marlon Zacharias' first budget as mayor was an "eye-opening experience".Nipawin Council passed their 2024 municipal budget on Monday, approving a five per cent tax increase.Zacharias told northeastNOW...
Mar 27, 2024
Lake Country to receive 5G boost
Rural areas north of Prince Albert and east of Nipawin are the latest to benefit from Sasktel's expansion of its 5G network.Among the 30 additional cell sites impacted are ones in the Christopher Lake...
Mar 15, 2024
City crews in Melfort dealing with freeze-thaw, pothole issues
The recent snow and the freeze-thaw cycle have led to some challenges for city crews in Melfort.Public Works Director Lydia Steffen told northeastNOW that employees have been trying to keep on top of ...
Mar 14, 2024
R.M. of Star City receives grants to aid in bridge replacement
The provincial and federal governments have teamed up to fund bridge and culvert upgrades/replacements throughout Saskatchewan.Of the 12 projects announced on Wednesday, one of them is in the northeas...
Mar 13, 2024
City of Humboldt launches ePermitting portal to simplify permit applications
Residents and developers in Humboldt can now apply for building permits online.The new ePermitting program is available through the City of Humboldt's website.Chief Building Official Mike Kwasnica tol...
Mar 11, 2024